Simmered Lemongrass Alaska Crab Legs
Courtesy of Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute 4 Servings • 5 Min. Prep Time • 15 Min. Cook Time| Ingredients |
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| 1-2 gal. water |
| 2 bruised stalks lemongrass |
| 4 smashed garlic cloves |
| 4 oz. fresh ginger |
| 2 Tbsp. kosher salt |
| 4 lb. Alaska Crab legs (King, Snow or Dungeness), thawed or frozen |
Directions:
1. Combine water, lemongrass, garlic, ginger and salt and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 5 min. Rinse any ice glaze from frozen Alaska Crab under cold water. Add crab legs; simmer for 6 to 8 min. for frozen crab or 3 to 4 min. for thawed crab, until heated-through. Remove crab from liquid and drain well before serving.
Nutrition:
Calories: 381; Total Fat: 3g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 191mg; Total Carbs: 0g; Fiber: 0g; Protein: 83g; Sodium: 3792mg;